Our Mission is to Acquire, Operate and Scale a Single Great Business

K&W Capital is an entrepreneurial investment firm backed exclusively by experienced CEOs and small business investors

About Our Founder

As Managing Partner of K&W Capital, Kyle brings finance and operating expertise from his experience operating and advising companies ranging in size from small start-ups to some of the largest global multinational and fortune 500 companies.

Kyle began his career in M&A at Bank of America before joining a leading New York based hedge fund and later Lazard Asset Management, where he helped lead investment efforts in large healthcare companies.

Kyle found his passion for entrepreneurship as the owner of two Florida-based full-service car washes and remains an active multifamily real estate investor in Lexington, Kentucky. Kyle also has a personal interest in the Kentucky bourbon industry and owns 50 barrels (53 gallons each) of bourbon aging in Midway, KY in partnership with his father.

Kyle graduated from Vanderbilt University in 2017 and was raised outside of Lexington, KY. He comes from a longstanding family of doctors and lives in Brooklyn with his girlfriend Ashley and their dog Honey.

Kyle is a cancer survivor and remains involved with cancer charities including the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Camp Horsin’ Around and Dance Blue.

Kyle Pezzi - Managing Partner of K&W Capital

Investment Criteria

  • Company and Industry Criteria

    • $5 to $75 million of revenue

    • $1 to $5 million in EBITDA

    • Headquartered in the continental United States

    • Non-cyclical with low to moderate capital intensity

    • Recurring revenue, diverse customer base, future growth potential

    • Middle management team that can stay in place post transaction

  • Transaction Dynamics

    • Owner lacks succession plan and is seeking an exit for non-business related reasons

    • Owner wants to step back from day-to-day operations

    • Entrepreneur seeking next venture

    • Owner lacks the resources or capacity to continue to grow the business alone and is willing to take on a majority partner

  • Target Industries

    • Business to business (B2B) services

    • Healthcare services

    • Tech / software services

    • Equipment repair services

    • Disaster recovery / remediation

How We Are Different From Other Buyers

  • Friendly Approach

    Selling your business can be difficult, but it does not have to be. We will follow a quick, simple and user-friendly process that emphasizes honesty and simplicity while avoiding complex structures.

  • Dedicated Entrepreneur

    The success of the business and preservation of your legacy are top priorities. Expect complete dedication and focus on only one business, not a portfolio approach.

  • Preservation of Team

    I will build on the structure that is in place while continuing to grow your business. My priority is to stimulate growth while ensuring continuity for employees, customers and management.

  • Experienced Partners

    Backed by an experienced group of entrepreneurs and operators dedicated to the success and growth of the business. Committed capital helps ensure certainty of closing.

  • Flexible Terms

    Together we create a plan that will allow you to achieve your goals; whether you desire to stay involved in the company or make a complete exit, we will create a succession plan that works for you.

  • Long-Term Capital

    Your firm will be the sole focus of our firm. K&W is not interested in a short term investment and our investors seek long-term returns. We recognize the length of time required to create value.

Meet The Partners

Kingtree & Warwick is supported by entrepreneurs and operators with experience scaling great businesses.

They provide capital, mentorship, and resources to Kyle.

Our Institutional Partners

Meet Our Backers

  • Andy Love

    CEO of Aspect Investors, Former CEO of Behavioral Health Group

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  • David Dodson

    Founder Futaleufu Partners, Serial Entrepreneur

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  • Badge Stone

    Co-Founder WSC and Company, Former CEO Stone Pump and Trench

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  • Kyle Coots

    Co-Founder, Miramar Equity Partners

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  • Neal Jacobs

    Founder, Maven Equity Partners

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  • Jan Simon

    Founder, Vonzeo Capital, Experienced Small Business Investor

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  • Adam Borcz

    Partner, Riviera Capital and Chairman, Delta Group Holdings

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Contact Us

Whether or not you’ve decided on selling your business, we will be happy to discuss the option with you.